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A smoking habit is visible on the roots of one’s teeth after quitting and even after death, giving clues for forensics and archaeology. Scientists from Northumbria University have found that teeth can ...

New hydrogel packaging developed that keeps food fresh longer and changes color when food bacteria has reached a spoiled level. Food packaging is evolving. New technology could help you choose the ...

As of early 2026, the FDA is investigating 18 active foodborne illness outbreaks involving 5 major pathogens. These cases account for an estimated 7,300 illnesses and 400 hospitalizations. At this ...

Is your “fight or flight” response doing more harm than good? Uncovering a startling link between chronic stress and the development of autoimmune conditions. For many, “stress” is just a feeling of ...

Ever-increasing numbers of studies on the effects of microplastics in human brains are being published, and talked about, and evidence continues to show rather large amounts of plastics in human ...

A research model explains how eating foods produced with less impact on animal habitats can preserve biodiversity and prevent species extinction. Across the globe, species are facing extinction at ...

Mini-organs grown in labs are no longer science fiction. As organoids mimic the brain, liver, and even eyes, they’re reshaping how we approach medicine and forcing us into new ethical dilemmas.

Solar power has emerged as a leading solution to the growing demand for clean and renewable energy. However, while conventional solar panels contribute to clean energy production, their manufacturing ...

Why are humans special? Spoken language, among many other characteristics, distinguishes us from all other species. For a long time, scientists have been curious about the genetic foundations of ...

What is the evolutionary advantage of only having one parent provide nutrition for their offspring and why is this parent the mother? The Malaysian Dayak fruit bat is the only known male mammal who ...

Panic attacks aren’t yet fully understood, but researchers have found a new neuronal pathway that may hold some answers. For many, public speaking is the stuff of nightmares. It can give you sweaty ...